Kob Meaning in English
word
kɒb
kob
kˈɒb
KOB
Definition
A kob is a type of antelope found in Africa, known for its reddish-brown coat and curved horns.
Usage & Nuances
Scientific or wildlife contexts; not used outside zoology/biology. 'Kob' refers specifically to certain species in the genus Kobus in Africa. Do not confuse with common antelope or deer.
Spanish: kob (antílope africano)Portuguese (BR): kob (antílope africano)Portuguese (PT): kob (antílope africano)Chinese (Simplified): 柯羚 (非洲羚羊)Chinese (Traditional): 柯羚 (非洲羚羊)Hindi: कोब (अफ्रीकी हिरण)Arabic: كوب (ظبي أفريقي)Bengali: কবRussian: кобJapanese: コブ (アンテロープの一種)Vietnamese: linh dương kobKorean: 코브 영양Turkish: kob antilopuUrdu: کوب (افریقی ہرن)Indonesian: antikob (jenis antelop Afrika)
Example Sentences
A kob lives in the African grasslands.
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The kob has curved horns.
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We saw a kob at the zoo.
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Did you know the kob is related to the waterbuck?
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The herd of kob moved quickly when they heard a lion nearby.
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Spotting a kob in the wild can be tricky—they blend in with the grass.
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